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UKRI has published its Strategic Prospectus outlining its goals and intentions. The publication marks the beginning of UKRI’s first strategy, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2018.

A report by the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee says that the government’s commitment to reach 2.4% GDP for R&D ‘lacks [the] ambitious plan’ needed for the success it strives for.

Read the highlights from the May 2018 issues of our journals.

The Asphalt Multi-Integrated Roller (AMIR) technique could reduce potholes and cracks in roads, and therefore extend its lifespan.

The conference papers for the recent Timber in Construction event at SCI are available now.

Nominations are now open and will close at midnight on Wednesday 30 May.

In a bid to drive commercialisation out of English universities, the newly formed Research England have announced that £67m will be invested in 14 collaborative projects between academic and industry partners.

Day of Science and Careers London took place at SCI, London on 27 March 2018. There were a number of high quality talks, discussions and networking sessions, with a range of speakers from academia, industry and business.

In what is a major reorganisation of the UK’s research funding system, UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has officially launched today. Bringing together the seven Research Councils, Innovate UK, and the newly formed Research England, UKRI will strive to bring a new outlook and a renewed sense of cohesion to the UK science landscape.

A draft Brexit transition deal – announced 19 March – will allow UK participation in all EU programmes until December 2020, the expected end to the transition period after the UK leaves the EU.